I may be writing, or marketing the latest writing project, yet life goes on. That means getting ready for Christmas, and taking care of things on the property.

Time marches on, yet my hubby finished a project we’ve been brainstorming for several years. I am so delighted.

When we purchased the house, we gained an old cooktop. In its day, it had some interesting features. But compared to today’s cooktops, it was archaic and a gigantic step backward from what we previously owned. It was a twilight time for us. Thinking of changing it created many challenges. We did not want to switch out the countertop but knew that might be a last resort. The downdraft fan was more efficient than current models. With much research and some design ingenuity, my hubby solved the problem. I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.

Below are a before and an after photo.

…and now…

And life will continue to march on.

During this holiday season, I trust you will find moments of quiet celebration in your days.